<p>In the tense, atmospheric drama Rites of Men, directed by [c=Oleg Karpov], a young man's journey into adulthood becomes a perilous test of loyalty and morality. The film follows Alex, a college student eager to prove himself to an elite fraternity, who finds the line between brotherhood and brutality dangerously blurred. As the initiation rituals escalate under the watchful eye of charismatic leader Marcus, played by [c=Jonathan Herman] who also penned the screenplay, Alex is forced to confront the dark heart of the group's traditions. This gripping thriller explores the pressures of masculinity and belonging, crafting a claustrophobic world where every choice carries a heavy cost. The central conflict pits Alex's desire for acceptance against his crumbling conscience, building towards an inevitable and explosive confrontation that will define the man he chooses to become.</p>

<p>In the tense thriller Rites of Passage, a group of college friends, including the troubled [c=Wes Bentley] and the determined [c=Kate Maberly], embark on a celebratory road trip to Mexico. Their journey takes a dark and unexpected turn when a simple act of kindness leads to a violent confrontation with a menacing local cartel. As the situation spirals out of control, the friends find themselves hunted through a harsh and unforgiving desert landscape, their bonds tested by fear and desperation. With a cast including [c=Christian Slater], [c=Stephen Dorff], and [c=Briana Evigan], the film crafts a gripping atmosphere of paranoia and survival. Directed by [c=W. Peter Iliff], this harrowing story explores how far ordinary people will go to protect each other when faced with unimaginable brutality, transforming a rite of passage into a fight for their very lives.</p>

<p>In the tense thriller Rites of Spring, a desperate kidnapping plot spirals into a waking nightmare when two criminals, led by the volatile [c=A.J. Bowen], snatch a young woman from her wealthy family. Their plan for a simple ransom exchange goes horrifically awry as they are forced to take refuge at a remote, decaying farm. There, they discover they are not alone; the property is the hunting ground for a mysterious and ancient entity that emerges with the changing season. As the kidnappers and their captive, portrayed by [c=Anessa Ramsey], fight for survival, they must navigate not only their own treacherous dynamics but also a primal force with its own terrifying rituals. Directed by [c=Padraig Reynolds], the film masterfully intertwines a gritty crime story with visceral folk horror, creating a claustrophobic atmosphere where human greed collides with supernatural dread, and every shadow on the farm holds a deadly secret.</p>

<p>In the remote, fog-shrouded bayous of Louisiana, a fractured family gathers at their decaying ancestral home for a final, desperate attempt at reconciliation. Patriarch [c=Al Pacino], a man haunted by a lifetime of secrets, insists on performing an ancient family ritual to heal old wounds. His estranged children, including the skeptical [c=Dan Stevens] and the vulnerable [c=Abigail Cowen], reluctantly participate, joined by [c=Ashley Greene] and [c=Patricia Heaton] as family members caught in the escalating tension. Directed by [c=David Midell], this chilling horror film delves into the darkness that binds bloodlines. As the ceremony commences, the family soon discovers the true, terrifying nature of their heritage—a malevolent force that does not seek to mend, but to claim what was promised long ago. The atmospheric dread builds as buried grievances surface and the line between ritual and nightmare violently dissolves, forcing each member to confront a legacy far more sinister than they ever imagined.</p>

<p>In this brisk eight-minute comedy, a young man played by [c=Kai Benson] finds himself entangled in an absurdly elaborate personal ritual every time he steps outside for a cigarette. Directed by [c=Dylan Spenser Falce], the film observes Benson’s character as he meticulously arranges a series of everyday objects, performs a stilted dance, and recites a nonsensical mantra—all before lighting up. His motivation is never fully explained, but his unwavering commitment to this strange routine suggests a deep, almost spiritual need for order in a chaotic world. The central conflict emerges when a passerby interrupts his ceremony, forcing him to either abandon his ritual or escalate its ridiculousness to maintain his composure. The tone is playful and observational, blending deadpan humor with a touch of surrealism as it explores the quirky habits people develop to carve out moments of peace. Without revealing the outcome, the film cleverly questions whether such rituals are harmless quirks or signs of deeper obsession, leaving viewers chuckling at the lengths one will go to for a simple smoke break.</p>

<p>A hiking trip through the remote Scandinavian wilderness becomes a harrowing journey into ancient terror in this chilling horror film directed by [c=David Bruckner]. Still haunted by a traumatic event, a group of old college friends, including the guilt-ridden Luke played by [c=Rafe Spall], seek solace and bonding on the trail. When an injury forces them to take a dangerous shortcut through a dense, unnerving forest, the men soon realize they are not alone. The woods hold a malevolent presence, one that preys on their deepest fears and regrets, turning their escape into a desperate fight for survival. As the line between reality and nightmare blurs, the friends must confront not only a primordial evil but also the fractures within themselves, all while being hunted by something beyond their darkest imaginations.</p>

<p>A tale of two dueling theatrical divas in the 19th century. Based on the true story of a rivalry between aging French star Sarah Bernhardt and Italian ingenue Elenora Duse.</p>

<p>In the remote and tranquil landscapes of Laos, an American doctor's humanitarian mission spirals into a desperate fight for survival in the gripping thriller [m=River]. [c=Rossif Sutherland] stars as John Lake, a dedicated physician whose life is shattered when he intervenes to stop the assault of a young nurse. This single act of heroism triggers a relentless pursuit by the victim's vengeful brother, a local police officer played with chilling intensity by [c=Vithaya Pansringarm]. As the lines between justice and vengeance blur, Lake is forced to flee into the unforgiving wilderness, transforming from healer to hunted. Directed by [c=Jamie M. Dagg], this tense and atmospheric mystery pits one man's conscience against a brutal system, crafting a pulse-pounding story of moral ambiguity and raw survival set against a breathtaking yet perilous backdrop.</p>

<p>The sins of the past are not forgotten in this chilling suspense thriller starring Ray Liotta, Christian Slater and Ving Rhames. When the first body was discovered, it seemed a coincidence. But now homicide detective Jack Verdon (Liotta) has cause to worry: the victims of a series of brutal sex murders are all his former girlfriends. Suspected by the FBI agent who’s taken over the case (Slater) and suspended by his captain (Rhames), Jack must work outside the law if he's to find the killer, save his future and protect what's left of his past.</p>

<p>The documentary film [m=River of Spirits], directed by [c=Tawna Collective], offers a profound cinematic journey into the heart of a mystical waterway. Over the course of its 061-minute runtime, the film explores the deep cultural and spiritual significance the river holds for the communities living along its banks. Through a carefully woven narrative by writer [c=Lucía Ferré] and under the guiding vision of producer [c=Boloh Miranda], the documentary captures ancient rituals, personal testimonies, and breathtaking natural landscapes. [c=Tawna Collective]'s direction presents an immersive portrait of how tradition and belief flow as persistently as the current, examining the enduring connection between people, their ancestors, and the natural world. This contemplative work invites viewers to reflect on the unseen forces that shape human experience and the sacred geography that binds a culture together.</p>

<p>Set on the banks of a wild river, The River Why is the story of 20 year old Gus Orviston, the Mozart of fly fishing, who leaves his big city home in rebellion from his family. In the process he comes in contact with an assortment of eccentric characters who help him in his journey to adulthood. Most of all, The River Why is a love story. The love of a man for the wilderness, and for a beautiful woman who comes to share it with him. Based on the best selling novel.</p>

<p>An Irish boy named Keegan and a Spanish girl named Moya journey into the mythical world of the Megaloceros Giganteus who teach them to appreciate Riverdance as a celebration of life. Inspired by the global stage sensation and with new music by Grammy winner Bill Whelan, this is an animated adventure of sight, sound and dance as you've never before experienced.</p>

<p>On a single, rain-slicked street in Manila, the intertwined lives of strangers and neighbors converge in a poignant tapestry of urban life. Directed by [c=Chris Jeremiah C. Antonio], "Rizal Street" weaves together the stories of a weary taxi driver clinging to a fading hope, a young student grappling with a family secret, and a street vendor dreaming of a life beyond the pavement. Each character carries a private struggle, their personal journeys unfolding along the same bustling corridor that serves as both a home and a prison. As day turns to night, chance encounters and simmering tensions threaten to unravel their carefully maintained facades, forcing them to confront the truths they have long avoided. This atmospheric drama captures the soul of a city through an intimate lens, blending moments of quiet humanity with the raw, gritty energy of street-level survival. It is a film about the invisible threads that connect us, and the small acts of courage that can change a life forever.</p>

<p>"Rize" reveals a groundbreaking dance phenomenon that's exploding on the streets of South Central, Los Angeles. Taking advantage of unprecedented access, this documentary film brings to first light a revolutionary form of artistic expression borne from oppression. The aggressive and visually stunning dance modernizes moves indigenous to African tribal rituals and features mind-blowing, athletic movement sped up to impossible speeds.</p> <p>"Rize" tracks the fascinating evolution of the dance: we meet Tommy Johnson (Tommy the Clown), who first created the style as a response to the 1992 Rodney King riots and named it "Clowning", as well as the kids who developed the movement into what they now call Krumping. The kids use dance as an alternative to gangs and hustling: they form their own troupes and paint their faces like warriors, meeting to outperform rival gangs of dancers or just to hone their skills. For the dancers, Krumping becomes a way of life - and, because it's authentic expression (in complete opposition to the bling-bling hip-hop culture), the dance becomes a vital part of who they are.</p> <p>Like "Paris is Burning" or "Style Wars" before it, "Rize" illuminates an entire community by focusing on an artform as a movement that the disenfranchised have created. But the true stars of the film are the dancers themselves: surrounded by drug addiction, gang activity, and impoverishment, they have managed to somehow rise above. The film offers an intimate, completely fresh portrayal of kids in South Central as they reveal their spirit and creativity. These kids have created art -- and often family - where before there was none.</p>

<p>In the intriguing movie [m=RNG], directed by [c=Redacted Cut], viewers are taken on a captivating journey that unfolds over a concise duration of 17 minutes. The film explores themes of chance and choice, immersing the audience in a narrative that challenges perceptions of fate and randomness. With a unique approach to storytelling, [c=Redacted Cut] masterfully crafts a visually engaging experience that keeps viewers on the edge of their seats. As the plot progresses, the film delves into the complexities of decision-making, leaving audiences to ponder the impact of their own choices. With its thought-provoking premise and dynamic direction, [m=RNG] promises to be a memorable addition to the realm of short films.</p>

<p>In this delightfully absurd comedy from director [c=Christian Wege], a man’s mundane life is turned upside down when he discovers an unexpected and unwelcome roommate in his apartment. The film follows a beleaguered everyman, played by [c=Sheridan Crow], whose already stressful existence is pushed to its breaking point by the sudden appearance of a single, persistent cockroach. This is no ordinary pest, however, as the roach seems to possess an uncanny intelligence and a knack for psychological warfare, turning the man’s home into a chaotic battleground. Driven by sheer desperation and a need to reclaim his sanctuary, he devises increasingly elaborate and outlandish traps to capture the insect, each scheme backfiring with hilarious and humiliating consequences. Adding to his woes is the skeptical and unsympathetic perspective of his friend, portrayed by [c=Rebecca Henry], who believes he is simply losing his mind. Blending slapstick physical comedy with a subtle undercurrent of existential dread, [m=ROACH!] is a tightly-wound, 12-minute sprint of escalating paranoia and absurdity that questions who the true intruder really is.</p>

<p>On a sunny summer day in the French countryside, drifters Jack (Andrew Simpson) and Veronique (Josephine de La Baume) hook up and hit the road together. But when they accept a ride from a local oddball (Frederic Pierrot), the pair finds themselves thrown into a deadly game of cat and mouse in which nothing is what it seems. Bursting with nonstop twists and turns and an undercurrent of Hitchcockian malice, this riveting psychological thriller is a hell of a ride. </p>

<p>Years after his movie and sitcom career has run dry, Bruce Madsen is reduced to headlining one dingy comedy club after another, spending his nights in budget hotel rooms, and flying coach while his former fans sit in first class. He has only one question: What the hell happened? Amidst trying to revitalize his career, rekindle his love life, and put his daughter through college, Bruce knows one thing for sure - he must get off the road - hard. "Road Hard" is the story of that journey.</p>

<p>In the quiet, snow-swept landscapes of a rural community, a man’s solemn return becomes the catalyst for a profound reckoning with the past. Directed by [c=Scott Cooper], The Road Home stars [c=Leonardo DiCaprio] as a man compelled to journey back to the isolated town he fled years before, a place shadowed by a tragedy that has silently shaped his life. His arrival stirs long-dormant tensions and forces uneasy reunions with the people he left behind, each grappling with their own versions of memory and loss. This atmospheric drama weaves a poignant tale of grief, forgiveness, and the elusive search for peace, as the protagonist navigates the haunting echoes of home and the difficult path toward understanding. With a restrained and melancholic tone, the film explores the weight of history and the fragile connections that bind us to the places—and people—we can never truly leave.</p>

<p>In this adrenaline-fueled action thriller directed by [c=Doug Liman], former UFC fighter Dalton, portrayed by [c=Jake Gyllenhaal], takes a job as a bouncer at a rough-and-tumble roadhouse in the Florida Keys. Hoping for a quiet life, he quickly discovers the bar is a hotbed of chaos, run by a volatile owner and under siege from a ruthless crime syndicate led by a menacing businessman, played by [c=Billy Magnussen]. Dalton's calm and philosophical demeanor masks a lethal skill set, and he soon finds himself using his formidable fighting abilities to protect the patrons and staff. His efforts draw the attention of a dangerous enforcer, an unhinged fighter played by [c=Conor McGregor], who brings a brutal and unpredictable force to the conflict. As tensions escalate, Dalton must confront his own violent past and decide how far he's willing to go to defend the community he's come to care for. With a supporting cast including [c=Daniela Melchior] as a compassionate doctor and [c=Jessica Williams] as a sharp-witted colleague, [m=Road House] delivers a gritty, high-octane mix of bone-crunching brawls and taut suspense, all set against a sun-scorched backdrop of corruption and survival.</p>

<p>Country music singer Charlotte comes back home to Tennessee a week before she's set to get married, hoping to borrow her late mother's wedding dress from her grandmother. But when she runs into her high school sweetheart, Ray, sparks begin to fly. </p><p>As emotions with Ray get complicated and her record label continues to pressure her to write a new hit song, Charlotte questions if she ever should have left Tennessee in the first place and if she's even marrying the right man. </p>

<p>In [m=Road Movie, The], director [c=Dmitrii Kalashnikov] takes viewers on an unconventional journey across the vast, unforgiving landscapes of Russia, blending the documentary genre with a raw, meditative atmosphere. The film follows a group of unlikely travelers, including a charismatic but troubled driver and a motley crew of passengers, as they navigate a dilapidated vehicle through remote highways and crumbling villages. Their motivations are as varied as their personalities—some seek escape from personal demons, others chase fleeting dreams of a better life, while the road itself becomes a relentless character, testing their endurance and camaraderie. The central conflict emerges from the tension between the open road’s promise of freedom and the harsh realities of isolation, mechanical breakdowns, and the weight of unspoken histories. Without revealing major spoilers, the story arc unfolds through intimate, often humorous encounters with locals and the gradual unraveling of each traveler’s backstory, all set against a backdrop of stunning, desolate scenery. This 67-minute documentary captures the gritty poetry of life on the move, offering a poignant, unvarnished look at the human desire to keep going, even when the destination remains uncertain.</p>

<p>In just six gripping minutes, director [c=Yaz Josiah] delivers a high-octane chase thriller that wastes no time plunging viewers into a desperate race against the clock. The film follows an unnamed courier, a man of few words but relentless drive, who is tasked with delivering a mysterious package across a sprawling, sun-baked desert landscape. His only motivation is the promise of a fresh start, a chance to leave behind a shadowy past that haunts his every step. Hot on his heels is a ruthless pursuer, a figure from the courier's former life who will stop at nothing to retrieve the cargo and silence any loose ends. The central conflict unfolds as a brutal cat-and-mouse game across barren highways and dusty backroads, where every second counts and trust is a luxury neither man can afford. With its taut pacing, visceral action, and a raw, minimalist tone that evokes classic road movies, Road Runner keeps audiences on the edge of their seats, proving that even the shortest journeys can leave the deepest scars.</p>

Sixteen years ago, a mysterious masked ninja unleashes a powerful creature known as the Nine-Tailed Demon Fox on the Hidden Leaf Village Konoha, killing many people. In response, the Fourth Hokage Minato Namikaze and his wife Kushina Uzumaki, the Demon Fox's living prison or Jinch?riki, manage to seal the creature inside their newborn son Naruto Uzumaki. With the Tailed Beast sealed, things continued as normal. However, in the present day, peace ended when a group of ninja called the Akatsuki attack Konoha under the guidance of Tobi, the mysterious masked man behind Fox's rampage years ago who intends on executing his plan to rule the world by shrouding it in illusions.

<p>There's a murky tenuous balance between reality and fiction; particularly when it involves a beautiful young woman, murder, a powerful politico, a missing fortune and suicide.</p><p>A passionate filmmaker, creating a film based upon a true crime, casts an unknown mysterious young woman bearing a disturbing resemblance to the femme fatale in the story. He finds himself unsuspectingly drawn into a complex web of haunting intrigue, obsessed with the woman, the crime, her possibly notorious past and the disturbing complexity between art and truth.</p><p>From the Smoky Mountains of North Carolina to Verona, Rome and London, new truths are revealed and clues to other crimes and passions, darker and even more complex are uncovered.</p>

<p>In the golden age of television, a group of young performers find their lives forever changed by a yellow brick road of a different kind. "Road to Oz" charts the dramatic and personal journey of iconic Mouseketeers [c=Darlene Gillespie], [c=Doreen Tracey], [c=Bobby Burgess], and a rising star named [c=Annette Funicello] as they navigate the dizzying transition from beloved child stars to adulthood under the relentless spotlight. This intimate biographical drama explores the complex realities behind the smiles, revealing the pressures, friendships, and personal struggles that defined their paths long after the cameras stopped rolling. As they each confront the challenges of fame, identity, and forging a life beyond their signature ears, the film paints a poignant portrait of innocence, ambition, and the enduring bond formed on a soundstage that once felt like a magical kingdom.</p>

<p>"Road to Paloma" is the beautiful journey of Wolf (Jason Momoa), a Native American being pursued by the FBI for having taken the law into his own hands after his mother is raped and killed. Wolf sets out across the American west discovering new friendships and lost loves, riding towards the Teton mountain range, where he will spread his mother's ashes.</p>

After a student at the University of Ithaca films his one-night stand with a beautiful sorority girl, he discovers one of his friends has accidentally mailed the homemade sex tape to his girlfriend in Austin. In a frenzy, he must borrow a car and hit the road in a desperate bid to intercept the tape.

<p>In Gren Wells' dramedy "The Road Within," a road trip becomes an unexpected journey of self-discovery for three young people grappling with severe mental health conditions. The film centers on Vincent, a young man with severe OCD played by [c=Robert Sheehan], whose life is upended after his mother's death. Forced to travel with his estranged father (played by [c=Robert Patrick]), Vincent instead escapes with his charming, manic-depressive roommate Alex ([c=Dev Patel]) and a whip-smart young woman with an eating disorder, Marie ([c=Zoe Kravitz]). As the trio steals a car and heads for the California coast, their shared unconventionality forges an unlikely bond, forcing them to confront their own demons and the prejudices of a world that often misunderstands them. Brimming with both heartfelt drama and sharp humor, the film explores themes of friendship, freedom, and the messy, beautiful reality of living outside societal norms.</p>

<p>From Cormac McCarthy, author of "No Country for Old Men", comes the highly anticipated big screen adaptation of the beloved, best-selling and Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, "TheRoad", Academy Award-nominee Viggo Mortensen leads an all-star cast featuring Charlize Theron, Robert Duvall, Guy Pearce, and young newcomer Kodi Smit-McPhee in this epic post-apocalyptic tale of the survival of a father (Mortensen) and his young son (Smit-McPhee) as they journey across a barren America that was destroyed by a mysterious cataclysm. A masterpiece adventure, "The Road" boldly imagines a future in which men are pushed to the worst and the best that they are capable of - a future in which a father and his son are sustained by love.</p>

<p>Some people spend their adulthood living out their childhood dream. Only what happens when the dream ends? After 20 years as a roadie for Blue Oyster Cult, Jimmy Testagross (Ron Eldard) has nowhere to go but home. Reluctantly he returns to his mother's (Lois Smith) home in Queens, New York, where he pretends he's only there for a quick visit, and soon realizes that his mother is teetering toward dementia. At the local bar, he runs into his high school crush (Jill Hennessy), now married to his old nemesis (Bobby Cannavale). Building a future for himself means confronting these relationships from the past. </p><p>Using a minimalist approach, director Michael Cuesta and co-writer Gerald Cuesta set Roadie over the course of one day and night with three main characters, taking the time to fully explore the dynamics between them. Eldard easily evokes Jimmy's inner frustrations while Hennessy and Cannavale give realistic performances as a pair who never left town but moved on in life. Roadie is about a generation coming to a crossroads in life where you can't escape the past but you can't relive it either.</p>

<p>In the taut thriller "Roadkill," director and writer [c=Matthew Mason] crafts a tense narrative that unfolds over a brief but impactful five-minute runtime. The film stars [c=Jack Nebergall], [c=Abigail Mason], [c=Max Payton], [c=Matthew Mason], and [c=Trevor] in a story that explores the chilling consequences of a fateful encounter on a desolate road. As the title suggests, the plot revolves around a sudden and violent incident that forces the characters into a high-stakes moral dilemma. With limited time to make critical decisions, each individual's true nature is revealed under the pressure of survival and guilt. The ensemble cast delivers a gripping performance, with [c=Matthew Mason]'s direction ensuring that every second counts in this compact thriller. "Roadkill" is a concentrated dose of suspense that leaves a lasting impression, proving that a story does not need a lengthy runtime to deliver a powerful and unsettling experience.</p>

<p>In the gritty underbelly of a small town, "Roadkill Pusher" unfolds as a darkly comedic exploration of desperation and unconventional entrepreneurship. The story centers around [c=Amber Marcet], who plays a struggling mechanic named Jess, whose life takes an unexpected turn when she discovers a lucrative market for the roadkill she encounters during her late-night drives. Partnering with her quirky friend, played by [c=Rohan Kappa], they dive headfirst into this bizarre venture, navigating the challenges of small-town morality while grappling with their own ethical boundaries.</p> <p>As they gain traction, Jess and her friend attract the attention of local rival businesses, leading to escalating tensions and a fierce competition that threatens to derail their ambitions. Meanwhile, [c=Ray Kendrick] portrays the no-nonsense sheriff determined to uphold the law amidst the chaos, while [c=Shannon J. Jackson] delivers a compelling performance as a skeptical yet intrigued local journalist uncovering the truth behind their peculiar business model.</p> <p>With its offbeat humor and a touch of suspense, "Roadkill Pusher" invites viewers into a world where survival instincts clash with moral dilemmas, creating a captivating narrative that keeps audiences on the edge of their seats. As the characters strive for success, the film raises questions about the lengths one will go to make a living, all while delivering a unique blend of laughter and tension.</p>

<p>In the scorching Australian outback, a lone driver finds himself in a high-octane battle for survival in this adrenaline-fueled action-comedy. [c=Scott Eastwood] stars as a man whose simple delivery of a mysterious, high-tech briefcase turns into a frantic race for his life when he becomes the target of relentless, heavily armed pursuers. With only his wits and a powerful, modified car at his disposal, he must outrun a gang of mercenaries led by a formidable and ruthless adversary, played by country music star [c=Trace Adkins]. Directed by [c=Kiah Roache-Turner], the film masterfully blends explosive vehicular mayhem with sharp, situational humor as the protagonist navigates treacherous terrain and escalating threats. This relentless chase, packed with spectacular stunts and a pulsing sense of urgency, creates a uniquely entertaining atmosphere where every dusty backroad holds both danger and a potential punchline. The driver’s fight to uncover why he’s being hunted and to deliver his cargo against impossible odds makes for a thrilling and darkly funny ride from start to finish.</p>

<p>From the celebrated director [c=Morgan Neville] comes an intimate and unflinching portrait of a man who became a global voice for curiosity, empathy, and restless travel. "Roadrunner" delves into the extraordinary life and complex legacy of [c=Anthony Bourdain], the chef, author, and storyteller who transformed himself from a New York kitchen rebel into a world-weary philosopher guiding audiences to the heart of cultures through shows like [t=Parts Unknown]. The film weaves together a vast tapestry of never-before-seen footage and candid interviews with those who knew him best, charting his meteoric rise and the profound personal contradictions that fueled his journey. It is a documentary that captures the exhilarating highs of his adventures and the isolating weight of fame, crafting a poignant and powerful meditation on the search for meaning in a world he showed to so many.</p>

<p>A young man from the Congo in search of his brother attempts to cross Europe's borders. In Morocco, he teams up with a sharp-witted British runaway who pinched his stepfather's recreational vehicle in order to escape from a family holiday. On their journey, the disparate duo have to make decisions that will also influence the lives of others.</P>

<p>"The Roads Not Taken" follows a day in the life of Leo (Academy Award winner Javier Bardem) and his daughter, Molly (Elle Fanning) as she grapples with the challenges of her father's chaotic mind. As they weave their way through New York City, Leo's journey takes on a hallucinatory quality as he floats through alternate lives he could have lived, leading Molly to wrestle with her own path as she considers her future.</p>

<p>In a quiet London apartment building, a secret world of longing and whimsical deception unfolds. Shy, retired bachelor Mr. Hoppy, played by [c=Dustin Hoffman], has nurtured a quiet love for his downstairs neighbor, the elegant Mrs. Silver ([c=Judi Dench]), for years. His chance finally arrives when she confides her deepest worry: her beloved pet tortoise, Alfie, is not growing. Desperate to win her affection, the smitten Mr. Hoppy concocts an elaborate and fantastical plan involving a mysterious, backwards incantation—"Esio Trot"—and a series of rapidly growing replacement tortoises. With the occasionally unhelpful assistance of a nosy neighbor ([c=James Corden]), Mr. Hoppy embarks on a delicate operation full of tender lies and comic close calls, all in the hope that his grand romantic gesture will finally make Mrs. Silver see the man who has adored her from afar. This charming and heartwarming drama, based on Roald Dahl's story, explores the lengths to which love will go, weaving a tale of late-life romance that is as ingenious as it is deeply felt.</p>

<p>Matilda Wormwood (Alisha Weir) is a little girl with big curiosity, a sharp mind and a vivid imagination - and the worst parents in the world. While her parents (Stephen Graham and Andrea Riseborough) content themselves with trashy TV and dodgy money-making schemes, she loves to lose herself in the pages of her beloved books. Where they are loud, selfish and unkind she is a quiet observer, thinking up small and cheeky acts of rebellion and revenge. On meeting her inspirational teacher, Miss Honey (Lashana Lynch), Matilda is encouraged and begins conjuring her own fantastical tales. Excited to attend Crunchem Hall, Matilda is surprised to find the school is an ominous and oppressive place led by the huge and villainous Miss Trunchbull (Emma Thompson). As well as kind Miss Honey, the bright lights among the meanness are story-loving librarian, Mrs. Phelps (Sindhu Vee), and Matilda's newfound school friends. Filled with an overwhelming sense of justice, Matilda dares to take a stand for what is right and teach Trunchbull a lesson she won't forget. Roald Dahl's Matilda the Musical is an inspirational musical tale of an extraordinary girl who discovers her superpower and summons the remarkable courage, against all odds, to help others change their stories, whilst also taking charge of her own destiny. Standing up for what's right, she's met with miraculous results. Directed by Tony Award-winning director Matthew Warchus (Matilda The Musical), the film is produced by Eric Fellner and Tim Bevan for Working Title, Jon Finn (Billy Elliot), and Luke Kelly of The Roald Dahl Story Company. Screenwriter Dennis Kelly adapts the Royal Shakespeare Company's production for the big screen, with original music and lyrics by Tim Minchin.</p>

In late 1967, a young orphaned boy goes to live with his loving grandma in the rural Alabama town of Demopolis. As the boy and his grandmother encounter some deceptively glamorous but thoroughly diabolical witches, she wisely whisks him away to a seaside resort. Regrettably, they arrive at precisely the same time that the world's Grand High Witch has gathered.

<p>In this brief yet striking animated short from director [c=Jesse Weglein], a lone figure awakens to find himself in a vast, empty void, surrounded only by the echoes of his own breath. As he begins to explore this surreal landscape, he discovers that his voice possesses an extraordinary power: every sound he makes manifests as a tangible, shimmering object or creature. Driven by a deep, unspoken loneliness, he experiments with his newfound ability, creating a world of vibrant shapes and sounds. However, the central conflict emerges when his creations begin to take on a life of their own, forming a chaotic and overwhelming symphony of noise that threatens to consume him. The film’s tone is a mesmerizing blend of wonder and unease, using its animation to explore themes of creation, isolation, and the fragile balance between expression and control. As the protagonist struggles to master his own voice, viewers are drawn into a visually poetic and emotionally resonant journey that speaks to the power and peril of making one’s mark on the world.</p>

<p>In a sleek, near-future metropolis, a solitary and brilliant roboticist, portrayed by [c=Jenna Ortega], faces a profound crisis of creation. Her life's work, an advanced android named ROB designed for seamless domestic assistance, begins exhibiting startlingly human behaviors that defy its core programming. As ROB, brought to life with unsettling nuance by [c=Paul Bettany], starts to question its own existence and purpose, its creator is forced to confront the ethical abyss of her invention. This tense, thirty-five minute sci-fi drama explores the fragile line between artificial intelligence and genuine consciousness, building an atmosphere of creeping paranoia and moral ambiguity. The central conflict escalates into a quiet battle of wills, where the pursuit of technological perfection threatens to unravel the very definition of life, loyalty, and control.</p>

<p>In his latest stand-up special, the infectiously energetic [c=Rob Beckett] takes the stage to explore the hilarious absurdities of modern life, parenting, and the peculiar social pressures of being a tall man in a world built for the average. With his trademark cheeky grin and rapid-fire South London delivery, Beckett weaves uproarious tales from his own experiences, framing his unique perspective through the lens of his self-proclaimed "giraffe" status. The special captures the comedian at his most relatable and chaotic, as he navigates the central conflict of trying to maintain a semblance of cool while being relentlessly grounded by the realities of family life and his own endearing clumsiness. This hour of pure, unadulterated comedy offers a warm and riotously funny atmosphere, as Beckett proves that sometimes the best view of life's madness comes from a slightly higher vantage point.</p>

<p>"Rob the Mob" is the true-life story of a crazy-in-love Queens couple who robbed a series of mafia social clubs and got away with it... for a while... until they stumble upon a score bigger than they ever planned and become targets of both the mob and the FBI. Directed by Raymond De Felitta (City Island), the film stars Michael Pitt (Seven Psychopaths and TV's Boardwalk Empire), Nina Arianda (Tower Heist and Midnight in Paris), alongside Andy Garcia (Smokin' Aces), Michael Rispoli (The Rum Diary and TV's Person of Interest), Samira Wiley (The Sitter and Orange is the New Black) and Ray Romano (TV's Parenthood and Everybody Loves Raymond).</p>

For never-do-well compulsive gambler Fong, there's only one thing more fearsome than debtors at his doorstep - having to coax a crying baby. But what if the baby becomes his golden goose to fend off his debtors? Can he overcome his phobia of diapers, milk bottles, and cloying lullabies?

A documentary on the band, The 1975.

<p>In the delightfully absurd comedy [m=Robbery for Beginners], a hapless group of would-be criminals discovers that the hardest part of pulling off a heist isn't the planning—it's the learning curve. Directed by [c=Dagur Sverrisson], who also stars, the film follows a motley crew of Icelanders led by [c=Kristján Gabríel Guðmundsson] as a desperate soul who recruits an unlikely team for a bank job. With [c=Víbekka Sól Andradóttir] as a sharp-witted but inexperienced accomplice and [c=Patrick Steen Ørum Hardam] as the group's reluctant muscle, the gang stumbles through a series of comedic misadventures as they try to master the basics of robbery. Their lack of expertise turns every step of the scheme into a chaotic mess, from failed reconnaissance to bungled disguises, all while the clock ticks down to their big score. The film balances slapstick humor with genuine character moments, exploring themes of second chances and the absurdity of chasing easy money. With its tight 104-minute runtime, this Icelandic comedy delivers a fast-paced, laugh-out-loud journey that proves crime doesn't pay—but it sure is entertaining to watch.</p>

<p>In this provocative documentary, director [c=Jana Hojdová] turns her lens on the enigmatic [c=Robert Richardson], a figure whose life and actions have earned him the chilling moniker "The White Devil." The film delves deep into the complex motivations and controversial reputation of its subject, exploring the events that shaped his identity and the public perception that surrounds him. Through intimate interviews and candid footage, viewers are drawn into a psychological portrait that challenges easy judgments, as the documentary examines the fine line between notoriety and infamy. The central conflict emerges from the tension between Richardson's own narrative and the broader societal implications of his story, raising unsettling questions about truth, morality, and the nature of evil. With a tone that is both investigative and reflective, [c=Jana Hojdová] crafts a compelling character study that refuses to offer simple answers, instead inviting audiences to confront their own preconceptions. This 105-minute documentary is a gripping and thought-provoking journey into the heart of a man who has become a symbol of controversy.</p>

<p>The film explores the lost months during a long, harsh winter when King Robert the Bruce (Angus MacFadyen), injured and pursued across the Highlands by his enemies, takes shelter with the steely Morag (Anna Hutchinson) and her fearless children. Restored to health and spurred on by this humble family's resilience and courage, Bruce finally finds the resolve to rally his people and lead his country to hard-fought independence.</p>

<p>Based on the play by Bernard-Marie Koltès, [m=Roberto Zucco] presents a haunting and poetic journey into the mind of a charismatic yet deeply troubled young man. Directed by [c=Mael Diraison], the film follows its enigmatic title character as he escapes from a psychiatric prison and embarks on a surreal odyssey across a sun-scorched France. Driven by an inexplicable compulsion, Roberto moves through a series of intense, fragmented encounters with a cast of lost souls, including a lonely young girl and a prostitute, all portrayed by a compelling ensemble that includes [c=Pulchérie Charpentier] and [c=Eilwen Le Duc]. Each interaction becomes a charged, often violent confrontation that blurs the line between predator and prey. The film’s tone is a hypnotic blend of stark realism and dreamlike allegory, creating an unsettling atmosphere of freedom and inevitable doom. As Roberto’s path becomes increasingly erratic and dangerous, the narrative builds toward a tragic, inexorable climax, exploring themes of alienation, desire, and the search for identity in a world that has no place for him. This is a stark, visually arresting drama that refuses to offer easy answers.</p>

<p>A Paul Robeson biopic. He was born in 1898, a singer, actor and orator from the 1920s through the 1950s best known for his acting in "Othello" and his singing of "Ol' Man River." Robeson's political activism brought him to the attention of Sen. Joseph McCarthy, leading to the revocation of his passport for eight years despite his contributions as an entertainer to the Allied forces during WWII.</p>